What is the cheapest way to get from Normal to Arlington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Arlington Heights is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Normal to Arlington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Normal to Arlington Heights is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Arlington Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Arlington Heights. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Golf Rd & Meijer Dr via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Arlington Heights?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Arlington Heights. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Arlington Heights via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Normal to Arlington Heights?

The distance between Normal and Arlington Heights is 138 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

How do I travel from Normal to Arlington Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Normal to Arlington Heights without a car is to bus which takes 3h 34m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Normal to Arlington Heights?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Normal to Arlington Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Arlington Heights bus from?

Normal to Arlington Heights bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

Where do I catch the Normal to Arlington Heights train from?

Normal to Arlington Heights train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Normal to Arlington Heights?

The best way to get from Normal to Arlington Heights is to bus which takes 3h 34m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20 - $200 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Normal to Arlington Heights bus arrive?

Normal to Arlington Heights bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Where does the Normal to Arlington Heights train arrive?

Normal to Arlington Heights train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Normal to Arlington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Arlington Heights is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Normal to Arlington Heights.

Where can I stay near Arlington Heights?

There are 320+ hotels available in Arlington Heights.

Normal to Arlington Heights - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Normal to Arlington Heights by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield MallPeoria line
3h 34m
$46–63
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Arlington HeightsUp-Nw
3h 37m
$21–193
Drive 135.5 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Arlington Heights135.5 mi
2h 24m
$25–36
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Arlington Heights
4h 19m
Bus via Chicago (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0145S
6h 58m
$39–61
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Normal to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
3h 58m
$173–391

Normal to Arlington Heights by bus and foot

12Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Arlington Heights, Cook County, IL, USA?

Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Arlington Heights via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 3h 37m.

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